Is prostate enlargement equal to hyperplasia in young people

Prostate enlargement in young people is not equivalent to benign prostatic hyperplasia. There

are many reasons for prostate enlargement in young people, such as changes in hormone levels in the body, prostatitis, diabetes or hypertension. The specific causes of benign prostatic hyperplasia are unclear, which may be related to factors such as sex hormones and their receptors, imbalance between cell proliferation and apoptosis, and the role of growth factor neurotransmitters. Therefore, prostate enlargement in young people is not equivalent to benign prostatic hyperplasia, and there are certain differences.

It is recommended that patients pay attention to observation and can go to hospital for treatment. Usually, detailed examinations can be made to confirm diagnosis.